01-06-2025
Wexford's Wells House launches new guided garden tours for summer season
Wells House & Gardens has announced the launch of its brand-new guided garden tours, inviting visitors to step back in time and explore the beautifully restored gardens of this historic estate through the eyes of head gardener Kevin Williams.
Once home to generations of the Doyne family and reimagined in the 1800s by the celebrated architect and landscape designer Daniel Robertson – famed for his work on Powerscourt Gardens, Killruddery, and Johnstown Castle – the grounds of Wells are a living canvas of Victorian design and horticultural heritage.
These new guided tours offer an informal yet informative walk through the estate's enchanting gardens, including the meticulously restored Walled Garden. Kevin shares insights into the restoration process, the revival of Robertson's original landscape vision, and the ongoing care and planting that keep the gardens thriving today.
As part of Ireland's Ancient East, Wells House & Gardens weaves together nature and narrative, offering an experience where the past meets the present. Guests will also get a glimpse of the estate's newest initiative—the development of a sustainable wetlands area—highlighting Wells' continued commitment to environmental stewardship.
Perfect for gardening enthusiasts, history buffs, and day-trippers alike, these tours provide a rare opportunity to see the inner workings of one of Wexford's most breath-taking estates.
Guided Garden Tours will be available on selected dates throughout summer 2025 and can also be arranged in advance for pre-booked group visits.
